El Cortijo

A stunning Andalusian 4 bedroom villa

El Cortijo is located in the foothills of the Sierra de Mijas in the exclusive area of Alqueria which is only 4 minutes by car from the quaint shops, friendly restaurants and tapas bars in the historic old town of Mijas Pueblo.

With pine forest to its back and the Mediterranean below, the setting could not be more perfect. The pool area - with its pool side barbecue, covered terrace, lawns and garden - is an ideal place to relax.

For those who want complete relaxation in the privacy of their own exclusive villa yet close to all that the Costa del Sol has to offer, El Cortijo is your ideal choice.

All the above rates are for a maximum of eight guests + an infant in a cot/crib (hire of cot/crib is extra) and includes: pool maintenance & all linen/towels (including pool towels).
For bookings up to 10 nights the maid service will be on your day of arrival and day of departure only. Bookings for 11 nights or more will also have a mid stay linen/towel change and clean. We don't take a damage deposit, but in addition to the above rates there is a mandatory accidental damage waiver (ADW) fee of £10.00 per person, per booking. This is to cover you for any accidental damage that may occur in your property during your holiday, this will cover you up to the value of £150.00 per person. A 25% deposit is required at time of booking with the balance payable 10 weeks before occupation.

Tastefully furnished with an eclectic mix of Spanish & African decor

On entering El Cortijo you can't fail to be impressed by the aesthetic style and quality of this Cortijo ... quality artwork and sculptures adorn this beautiful stylish home.

The interior of the villa is all on one level with the exception of the lounge (which is down a few steps) and the master en suite bedroom which is located on the first floor.

The modern lounge has a TV area that has a large flat screen TV, IPTV box (TV via the Internet), Apple TV box, DVD player and fast fibre optic WiFi Internet.

Leading from the hallway are 3 air conditioned bedrooms ... one has 2 x single beds and another a double bed (with a TV and a PS4). These 2 bedrooms share a shower room that has a walk-in style shower, basin and wc. The 3rd bedroom on the level is spacious and has a super king bed, TV, DVD player and direct access to the pool area. This bedroom also has an en suite bathroom that has a bath and a walk-in style shower, basin & wc.

Up a flight of stairs leads to a very spacious air conditioned master bedroom that has a super-king size bed, TV & DVD player, and an en suite shower room with a walk-in style shower, basin and wc.

Back down the stairs to the hallway ... leads into the dining room and fully equipped kitchen that has an electric oven & hobs, microwave, 2 x fridge/freezers, dishwasher, Nespresso machine etc. The dining room has direct access to the al fresco shaded terrace that has a gas BBQ ... this area overlooks the pool.

A special place to relax and unwind

Who needs to go anywhere else when you can chill by the pool at El Cortijo.

The grounds are private & not overlooked. Ample sunbeds and shade is provided, the inviting pool is approx. 9m x 4m & has gentle Roman style steps leading into the shallow end ... work up an appetite for a long leisurely lunch in the shade.

Lazy lunches and memorable dinners!

The shaded terrace at El Cortijo is a lovely area to sit and share a long leisurly lunch with friends and family. Why not BBQ some local fish bought at the market in Mijas Pueblo & sample some of the many excellent inexpensive wines & beers that Spain has to offer. After lunch the only choice to be made is ... do you relax on a sun bed or seek a quiet spot in the garden away from it all for an afternoon siesta.

The white-washed village of Mijas with donkeys walking along the cobbled streets just shows how life here has remained as traditional as ever. The numerous restaurants and tapas bars give you plenty of places to sample the other Spanish delights.

Down the hillside, just 15 minutes away are the long sandy beaches of Fuengirola, the pretty harbour and many lively bars and restaurants.

Inland can be found the 'Real Spain' of breathtaking mountain views and many 'Ventas' - the typical Spanish restaurant. One of our favourites, Venta Los Morenos, is just 10 minutes by car on the Alhaurin El Grande road. It's great for Sunday lunch - very cheap, very Spanish, very noisy - why not give it a try!